refrigerator
noun
re·frig·er·a·tor
ri-ˈfri-jə-ˌrā-tər 
: something that refrigerates
especially
: a room or appliance for keeping food or other items cool
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Defrost in the refrigerator, then warm in a low oven to refresh.
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Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 22 Apr. 2025
Let your egg whites, yolks, or whole eggs thaw gradually in the refrigerator before using.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025
In this backyard, designers Cullman & Kravis fit the bar to the space with storage, a refrigerator, a serving area, and lighting for use at night.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 18 Apr. 2025
Shape dough into 2 (5-inch) logs; wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in refrigerator until firm, at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
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Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 22 Apr. 2025
Let your egg whites, yolks, or whole eggs thaw gradually in the refrigerator before using.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025
In this backyard, designers Cullman & Kravis fit the bar to the space with storage, a refrigerator, a serving area, and lighting for use at night.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 18 Apr. 2025
Shape dough into 2 (5-inch) logs; wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in refrigerator until firm, at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
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“Refrigerator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/refrigerator. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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refrigerator
noun
re·frig·er·a·tor
ri-ˈfrij-ə-ˌrāt-ər
: a device or room for keeping articles (as food) cool
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